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California Courts of Appeal

Oct. 8, 2009

Rights Case Pits Parents v. Abused Kids

The California Supreme Court struggled Tuesday to balance the rights of children who have been abused or neglected with their parents' right to be heard in the appellate courts.

By Laura Ernde

Daily Journal Staff Writer

The California Supreme Court struggled Tuesday to balance the rights of children who have been abused or neglected with their parents' right to be heard in the appellate courts.

During oral argument, Justice Joyce L. Kennard seemed concerned that the appellate process is being gutted if parents don't get a chance to address the court, even in cases where their appointed lawyer ...

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